Starting the engine
See also:
Going & Stopping
You'd never suspect the X5 M is powered by a 555-hp V-8 if you were simply
riding along running errands, because it behaves like any luxury crossover would
in that situation. Acceleration from a s ...
Ignition on
Automatic transmission: press the Start/Stop
button, and do not press on the brake pedal at
the same time.
Manual-shift transmission: press the Start/Stop
button, and do not press on the clutch ...
General driving notes
Closing the tailgate
Drive with the tailgate closed
Only drive with the tailgate closed; otherwise,
in the event of an accident or braking or
evasive maneuvers, passengers or other road
users ma ...
